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Prism Launcher

Use this text guide or this video guide (timestamped) to update your Java version.

MultiMC

Use this video guide or read the instructions below.

  • On Windows, install the latest version of Java by downloading and running the Microsoft Java installer: https://aka.ms/download-jdk/microsoft-jdk-21-windows-x64.msi.
    • When prompted, it is recommended you install Java for all users.
  • After installing Java, follow the steps on the image below.
    • If the Java you installed doesn't show up, click Refresh on the bottom left in the Auto-detect menu.
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Modrinth app

Use this video guide to update your Java version.

MCSR Launcher

Use this text guide to update your Java version.

Official Launcher

We do not recommend using the official Minecraft launcher since it is tedious to switch Java versions – ideally, use Prism instead. If you have to use it though, see this guide.

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